""History Of New Britain: With Sketches Of Farmington And Berlin, Connecticut: 1640-1889"" is a comprehensive historical account of the town of New Britain and its surrounding areas, written by David Nelson Camp and published in 1889. The book covers the period from the town's founding in 1640 up to the late 19th century, providing a detailed exploration of the town's growth and development over the centuries.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of New Britain's history. The first section provides an overview of the town's early settlement and the challenges faced by its early settlers, including conflicts with Native American tribes and the difficulties of establishing a thriving agricultural community in the harsh New England climate.Subsequent sections delve into the town's economic, social, and cultural history, exploring topics such as the development of the town's industries, including its famous hardware manufacturing sector, as well as its religious and educational institutions. The book also includes detailed biographical sketches of many of the town's most prominent citizens, providing a fascinating glimpse into the lives of New Britain's most influential residents.Throughout the book, Camp employs a lively and engaging writing style, drawing on a wealth of primary source material to bring the town's history to life. The book is also richly illustrated with maps, photographs, and other visual aids, making it an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of New Britain and the surrounding area.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.